How to hire a drive worker

How to hire a drive worker, step by step

Here's a step-by-step drive worker hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a drive worker job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new drive worker
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your drive worker job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a drive worker for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a drive worker to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a drive worker that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of drive workers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Drive Worker	Description	Hourly rate
   Drive Worker		$12-21
   Gas Attendant	Most gas attendants provide full service at gas stations. The attendants pump the amount of requested gasoline, clean windows, and check fluid levels... Show more	$9-16
   Gas Station Attendant	Also known as gas jockeys, gas station attendants collect money for the client's purchase, pump gas, and keep the property clean. They may work part-time or full-time shifts, including holidays and weekends... Show more	$9-16

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Customer Complaints
   • POS

   Responsibilities:

   • Succeed in achieving the management goals of cleanliness, hospitality, accuracy, maintenance, product quality, and speed.
   • Operate POS touch screen cash register, take orders over microphone/speaker, receive payment and make change.
   • Deliver groceries to designate locations.
   • Make smoothies, shakes, crepes, waffles, coffee, etc.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your drive worker job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A drive worker salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, drive workers' average salary in south carolina is 30% less than in colorado.
   • Seniority. Entry-level drive workers earn 42% less than senior-level drive workers.
   • Certifications. A drive worker with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a drive worker's salary.

   Average drive worker salary

   $35,034yearly

   $16.84 hourly rate

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   Entry-level drive worker salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

4. Writing a drive worker job description

   A good drive worker job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a drive worker job description:

   Drive worker job description example

   Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future. Our drivers are home daily! We offer competitive salary and a great benefits package in an exciting, rewarding industry.
   Dohrn is seeking a FT Sprint Van Driver at our Roseville, MN Terminal.
   
   QUALIFICATIONS:
   
   A minimum age of 21.
   
   All drivers are to possess only one valid driver's license issued by the resident state of the driver. Operators who have recently transferred from another state must produce a copy of the former license or provide license information for verification from that state. Drivers will need to provide information on all licenses held within the previous 36 months.
   
   No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / OWI or Reckless Driving within the previous 5 years.
   
   Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
   
   Must pass a physical examination and functional screen.
   
   Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen. Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result.
   
   Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative controlled substances and alcohol result from prior employer(s) for the past three-year period. No prior evidence of controlled substance use.
   
   There must be no instance of refusal to submit to an alcohol or controlled substance test within the past three-year period, including pre-employment testing.
   
   Must consent to a 10-year check on work history. Gaps of 30 days or more must be listed and explained. You may be asked to provide documentation. Discrepancies may prevent your application from being processed or withdrawal of the job offer.
   
   Must have the ability to read and write the English language and also perform simple mathematical calculations.
   
   You will be an at-will employee throughout your employment Dohrn Transfer. Nothing in these guidelines, your application, or in the employee handbook guarantees employment for any period of time or is intended to be a contract of employment.
   
   JOB DESCRIPTION:
   
   Drives a commercial vehicle safely while picking up and delivering general freight.
   
   Load and unload truck either individually or with assistance of dockworkers. Mechanical freight handling equipment may be used where available and appropriate.
   
   Perform frequent lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of freight.
   
   Securing of freight may be required through strapping or other methods.
   
   Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions as required by law and company policy.
   
   Provide excellent customer service.
   
   Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
   
   To navigate to the Dohrn Transfer Career Center and apply for this position, please go to click on Careers, Apply Now, and choose the Roseville, MN location.
   
   Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right drive worker for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your drive worker job on Zippia to find and recruit drive worker candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit drive workers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new drive worker

   Once you've selected the best drive worker candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new drive worker. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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